Dumitru Chisăliță's analysis: Europe reacts fragmented to the rise in fuel prices

The energy specialist Chisăliță provided an analysis regarding the reaction of countries in the European Union to the rise in fuel prices, highlighting the continent's vulnerability to geopolitical crises. Although the energy transition is underway, dependence on oil remains significant. The crisis in March 2026, generated by conflicts in the Middle East, led to an increase in oil prices to nearly 120 dollars per barrel, forcing European governments to intervene quickly.

The response was fragmented, with national measures such as price caps and tax reductions. Chisăliță warns that price capping may distort the market in the long term. Some countries, such as Poland and Denmark, have adopted innovative measures, while others, like Romania, are considering excise tax reductions. Additionally, France and Italy have intensified controls to prevent price speculation. At the European level, the European Union is monitoring the situation, having strategic oil reserves, but has not yet decided to release them.